LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly begun negotiations for a new contract, with mutual interest in reaching an agreement before free agency starts. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst believes both sides intend to continue their partnership, despite potential challenges regarding salary flexibility. James, who has a $59.6 million cap hold this offseason, may accept a lower salary to support the Lakers’ offseason moves. The Lakers also need to make decisions on free agents Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura.
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